Overview
Sicelosethu Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Mbombela, Mbombela, Mpumalanga, South Africa. It currently enrols 929 learners and is staffed by 24 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 39:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Ehlanzeni education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 91.1% (82 of 90 candidates).
Sicelosethu Secondary School Matric Performance
Sicelosethu Secondary School's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 90.9% in 2023 to 91.1% in 2025 (90 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 90 | 82 | 91.1% |
| 2024 | 69 | 54 | 78.3% |
| 2023 | 88 | 80 | 90.9% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: SICELOSETHU SECONDARY SCHOOL (6283308).
Subject pass rates
Sicelosethu Secondary School offered 9 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 88.1%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Physical Sciences was the weakest at 75.0%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL), Accounting).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 20 | 19 |
95.0%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 75 | 66 |
88.0%
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| Physical Sciences | 16 | 12 |
75.0%
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| Life Sciences | 51 | 45 |
88.2%
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| English (FAL) | 108 | 108 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 10 | 10 |
100.0%
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| Business Studies | 45 | 39 |
86.7%
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| Geography | 90 | 71 |
78.9%
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| Agricultural Sciences | 38 | 29 |
76.3%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 4 other secondary schools in Mbombela.
Sicelosethu Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 5.9 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Sicelosethu Secondary School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Sicelosethu Secondary School for 2027?
Sicelosethu Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Mbombela, Daantjie, Mpumalanga, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 929 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 079 204 7390.
Is Sicelosethu Secondary School a no-fee school?
Sicelosethu Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Mbombela, Daantjie, Mpumalanga. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Sicelosethu Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Sicelosethu Secondary School is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Mbombela, Daantjie, Mpumalanga community in the Ehlanzeni district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Sicelosethu Secondary School, families in Mpumalanga apply directly at the Sicelosethu Secondary School school office. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Ehlanzeni education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Sicelosethu Secondary School
Call 079 204 7390 to confirm whether Sicelosethu Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Daantjie Trust, Kanyamazane, Mbombela, 1214 or download it from the Mpumalanga Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Sicelosethu Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Sicelosethu Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q3), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Sicelosethu Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Ehlanzeni district office under the Mpumalanga Department of Education.
- Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID
- Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens)
- Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months)
- Latest school report
- Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1)
- Most recent end-of-year report from the previous school
- Transfer letter from the previous school (for Grade 8+ transfers)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Sicelosethu Secondary School for the next school year?
Sicelosethu Secondary School processes applications at the school office. Mpumalanga admissions are submitted at the school during the official admission window. Reach the school directly via phone 079 204 7390 to confirm openings in the Ehlanzeni district.
What documents do I need to apply at Sicelosethu Secondary School?
When applying to Sicelosethu Secondary School, you'll typically need: • Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID • Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens) • Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months) • Latest school report • Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1) Additional items may be requested by Sicelosethu Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 079 204 7390.